Proper prenatal care is a vital part of having a healthy pregnancy and uncomplicated delivery. But did you know that a chiropractor can actually help make your pregnancy go more smoothly? In fact, it is so common that some chiropractors will even specialize in care for pregnant women. If you’re experiencing any of the issues below during your pregnancy, look for a chiropractor to help you.

Low Back Pain
Low back pain is extremely common in pregnant women. This is caused by your shifting center of gravity as your belly and your baby grow, placing strain on the muscles of your lower back as it tries to accommodate for the extra weight it must carry. Sometimes, this can cause your back to shift out of alignment. If you have severe low back pain, a chiropractor can provide you with a spinal adjustment so that your body can better support your changing body and you can be healthier and more comfortable throughout the remainder of your pregnancy.

Rib Subluxation
During pregnancy, your body produces a hormone called relaxin. As the name implies, this hormone relaxes the tendons and muscles in your body to let your hips widen in preparation for delivery. However, it can also cause the tendons that keep your ribs in proper alignment to become overly relaxed; this can lead to a rib twisting in its socket, causing a painful rib subluxation. A chiropractor can easily adjust your back and realign your rib so that you don’t have to deal with the persistent pain that comes from this condition.

Remember that pain doesn’t just affect you when you’re pregnant; it can affect your baby as well. If you are constantly in pain, it can cause your baby to develop signs of distress. So take care of yourself and go see a chiropractor for your own health as well as the health of your child.

If you Live in the Grand Rapids Area I recommend Dr Alex Lebon at Simple Truth Chiropractic. Dr. Lebon is Webster Technique Certified, a member of the Michigan Association of Chiropractors and the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, was chosen as one of America’s Best Chiropractor for 2018, and was rated a Top Care Provider by Grand Rapids Kids for 2019.